(If with any) Proof of Significant assets and properties, (ex., Title Transfer Certificate, Official Receipt and Registration of your car…)

Authorization Letter

Original valid ID

PROCESSING TIME: MINIMUM OF 15 WORKING DAYS
Fees and Requirements are subject to change without prior notice.
The embassy may require additional documentation and personal appearance if further verification is needed.

Employment certificate from the employer/company stating the purpose of the applicant's travel to china and approved leave.

Photocopy of Company Identification

Bank Certificate with official receipt/debit memo/certification of waive fee. Type of account must be savings & current account from commercial or rural banks. Opened for at least 6 months prior to applying for visa. The account should have an Average Daily Balance and to-date/current balance of at least PHP 100, 000 per applicant (18 yrs old & above).

* Bank Certificate should indicate the following information:

account opening date

type of account

check-write

average daily balance and to-date/current balance

*Please also submit the following supporting documents for the bank certificate:

Latest ITR w/ BIR received stamp issued for the last taxable year (Original & Photocopy)

Hotel Booking/ Accommodation

Proposed day-to-day itinerary

Flight Itinerary Booking

Non-Filipino Nationals – You must submit valid proof of residency, employment or study in the Philippines. Temporary visitors should apply for Chinese visas in their own countries, for special cases and if the applicant can provide valid proof of ID and employment, the visa officer will make the final decision on a case-by-case basis. You must also submit a photocopy of Philippine visa/immigration entry stamp on your passport.

For Applicant with old visa sticker:

Duly filled up visa form. Please see attachment.

1 pc 48mm x 33mm size photo with white background

Valid and old passport/s with the old Chinese visa sticker (Original with Photocopy)

Day-to-day proposed itinerary

Hotel Booking

Itinerary Booking

Notice: You may be required to go to the Chinese Embassy for an interview if the visa officer deems it necessary. The embassy may also ask for additional documents if further verification is needed.

For Foreign passport holder, submission of visa application here in the Philippines is subject for approval of the visa officer. They will decide on case to case basis. The embassy will not accept foreigners with tourist visa status.

The above mentioned invitation letter must contain the following information:

Information on the applicant: full name, gender, date of birth, etc.

Information on the planned visit: purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, place(s) to be visited, relations between the applicant and the inviting entity or individual, financial source for expenditures, etc.

Information on the inviting entity or individual: name, contact telephone number, address, official stamp, signature of the legal representative or the inviting individual.

The invitation letter may be in the form of fax, photocopy or computer printout, but the consular officer may require the applicant to submit the original of the invitation letter.

The proofs of kinship refers to marriage certificate, birth certificate, certification of kinship issued by Chinese Public Security Bureau or notarized certification of kinship.

VISA FEE: PHP 1,400 per applicant. Single entryPROCESSING TIME: MINIMUM 4 WORKING DAYS
Fees, form and requirements are subject to change without prior notice.

Czech Visa Application Requirements

Application Form.

Travel document / Passport.
- Passport should be valid for at least 90 days after the intended departure from Schengen. It shall contain at least two blank pages, it should have been issued within the previous 10 years.

One (1) recent photograph.
- Photo size should be 3.5 x 4.5 cm, with a light-colored background. The photograph must be pasted/glued on the designated space on the upper right side corner of the first page of the application form.

Accommodation Confirmation.

Official Bank Certificate (proof of financial means)must be supported by either:

Copies of bank statements showing transaction history for the past 3 months

Copy of passbook showing transaction history

The Official Bank Certificate must include a paragraph containing waiver of rights to release information to the Embassy of the Czech Republic - Visa Section. If this is not possible, a separate authorization letter addressed to the bank concerned must be produced, signed by the accountholder and acknowledged by the bank representative (whether by signature or by stamp), a copy of which must be submitted to the Embassy at the time of application.

Roundtrip flight reservation / booking.

Travel medical insurance.

Personal Appearance

Confirmed appointment

Other documents to support the visa application such as:

For employees: Certificate of Employment

For business owners: Business papers (SEC/DTI Certification)

For students: Certificate of Enrolment

Leave Approval

Notarized Authorization Letter for documents releasing.

* Further documentation may be requested at the time of application.

Processing time: Minimum of 5 working daysVisa Fee: EUR60 per applicant, non-refundable, must be paid in prevailing PHP in official embassy exchange rate upon submission

Fees and requirements are subject to change without prior notice.
Processing time may also vary.

Denmark Visa Application Requirements

Schengen Visa Application Form - completed and duly signed by the applicant

One (1) passport sized photo with white background and not older than 6 months. Edited photos are not accepted. Please glue/paste your photo (do not staple) on the Cover Letter or Schengen Visa Application form.

Original passport (valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen) Please include photocopies of used pages. Valid passport must have at least 2 unused pages (if approved, the visa will be affixed on said page/s)

Previous passports (for the last 3 years) and past visas/stamps to Schengen and other countries (if there is any)

If currently employed, submit Certificate of Employment stating position, length of service, salary and duration of approved leave of absence, company ID, and payslips for the last 3 months.

If self-employed - e.g. corporation - present Articles of Incorporation and proof of annual income; single proprietorship - present Business Name Registration Certificate from DTI and latest income Tax statement

If currently a student - Certification of enrolment from the school & school ID. If applicant is going on a holiday during summer or semestral break, submit a certification of reservation or certification of enrolment to prove that he/she is enrolled for next school year/semester.

Proof of sufficient funds - Bank certification

Roundtrip Airline Ticket Reservation (Do not buy the ticket until a visa has been granted) Note: If the application is approved, the visa will be issued according to your airline ticket reservation.

Travel Medical Insurance should be valid for all Schengen States and cover the entire period of the person's intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be 30,000 EUR.

Hotel bookings

NSO Marriage Certificate (if applicable) plus photocopy

NSO Birth Certificates of children (if applicable) - not required but may strengthen the application

Documentation of own means/properties (if applicable) - not required but may strengthen the application e.g. land titles or car certificate of registration with official receipt

FOR MINORS (under the age of 18) a) Original birth certificate of the child (plus photocopy) b) Passport of both parents- both parents must appear in person at the Embassy in Manila or the Consulate in Cebu for identification purposes

Original letter of Parental consent to apply for and obtain a Schengen Visa signed by both parents If only one parent has the sole custody of the child, the Court Decision awarding custody to the one parent must be submitted (plus photocopy)

If the other parent is dead, Death Certificate must be submitted (plus photocopy) NB: For the protection of children, the above documents will be verified and a long processing time will be expected.

APPLICATION FEE

Confirmed appointment

Personal Appearance for an interview

Signed checklist

Visa Fee: EUR60 per applicant, non-refundableProcessing time: Minimum of 5-10 working days

Finland Visa Application Requirements

Schengen Visa Application Form - completed and duly signed by the applicant

One (1) passport sized photo with white background and not older than 6 months. Edited photos are not accepted. Please glue/paste your photo (do not staple) on the Cover Letter or Schengen Visa Application form.

Original passport (valid for at least 3 months after departure from Schengen) Please include photocopies of used pages. Valid passport must have at least 2 unused pages (if approved, the visa will be affixed on said page/s)

Previous passports (for the last 3 years) and past visas/stamps to Schengen and other countries (if there is any)

If currently employed, submit Certificate of Employment stating position, length of service, salary and duration of approved leave of absence, company ID, and payslips for the last 3 months.

If self-employed - e.g. corporation - present Articles of Incorporation and proof of annual income; single proprietorship - present Business Name Registration Certificate from DTI and latest income Tax statement

If currently a student - Certification of enrolment from the school & school ID. If applicant is going on a holiday during summer or semestral break, submit a certification of reservation or certification of enrolment to prove that he/she is enrolled for next school year/semester.

Proof of sufficient funds - Bank certification

Roundtrip Airline Ticket Reservation (Do not buy the ticket until a visa has been granted) Note: If the application is approved, the visa will be issued according to your airline ticket reservation.

Travel Medical Insurance should be valid for all Schengen States and cover the entire period of the person's intended stay or transit. The minimum coverage shall be 30,000 EUR.

Hotel bookings

NSO Marriage Certificate (if applicable) plus photocopy

NSO Birth Certificates of children (if applicable) - not required but may strengthen the application

Documentation of own means/properties (if applicable) - not required but may strengthen the application e.g. land titles or car certificate of registration with official receipt

FOR MINORS (under the age of 18) a) Original birth certificate of the child (plus photocopy) b) Passport of both parents- both parents must appear in person at the Embassy in Manila or the Consulate in Cebu for identification purposes

Original letter of Parental consent to apply for and obtain a Schengen Visa signed by both parents If only one parent has the sole custody of the child, the Court Decision awarding custody to the one parent must be submitted (plus photocopy)

If the other parent is dead, Death Certificate must be submitted (plus photocopy) NB: For the protection of children, the above documents will be verified and a long processing time will be expected.

APPLICATION FEE

Confirmed appointment

Personal Appearance for an interview

Signed checklist

Visa Fee: EUR60 per applicant, non-refundableProcessing time: Minimum of 5-10 working days

Germany Visa Application Requirements

All the documents itemized below are to be submitted by the applicant.

Your identity as a traveler: Your original passport, which must be valid for at least another 3 months upon the conclusion of the travel and must contain two empty pages and one Xerox copy of the passport, and further valid / invalid passports, and Two current passport pictures (Passport size, shirt with collar, not used in any other visa application before, white background)

Your Visa application form: One fully completed application form signed by your own hand and completed by you and Declaration according to §§ 54 and 55 AufenthaltsG, fully completed and signed by your own hand

Your purpose of travel: Details regarding the travel destination and travel route, and Details regarding the means of travel for the outward - and return journey (details regarding the airline), proof of reservation of a round-trip ticket. And Hotel-voucher or confirmation of the hotel / guest house that the accommodation has already been paid for

Visa fee: 60Euro payable in Philippine Pesos (cash) at the current exchange rate

The financial coverage of the cost of your travel and stay: Submission of your credit cards (copies thereof) (no debit cards) and accounts thereof for the previous six months or Statements of your account(s) for the previous six months, with a confirmation by the bank or Formal Obligation (original and a Xerox copy) according to §§ 66-68 of the German Residence Law, given by your host at the aliens authority “Ausländerbehörde”) in Germany that is responsible for his / her area of residence.

Your travel health insurance: Travel health insurance, which is valid for all Schengen-States and the full duration of stay for which the visa is applied for, with a minimum coverage sum of 30,000 Euros. Philippine insurances must be accredited and given in the original with a Xerox, German insurances are accepted as a Xerox, Fax or scan.

Your rootedness in the Philippines: If you are employed: Proof of your employment, i.e. most recent income tax return, certificate of employment (including your employer’s full name, complete address and telephone number with area code details regarding your position or professional designation, income, duration of the working relationship; letter of approved leave of absence signed by your employer or If you are self-employed: proof of registration and commercial activity of your company in the Philippines, e.g. income tax returns, bank certificates, documents of the company accounts or other. Or If you are a pupil/student: School certificate / University certificate; proof of enrollment (for students), if applicable: letter of exemption from studies and If you own real estate property, e.g. original land title, deed of sale

Additional documents for children below age 18:

Personal appearance of both parents (if residing in the Philippines) during submission of the visa application with valid ID (passport or driver's license)

Original Birth Certificate of the child, issued by the National statistics Office /NSO on Security Paper (SECPA) and

If traveling without both parents: Declaration of consent by the legal guardian(s), signed and certified, original and Xerox copy, submitted before a Philippine notary public* certified by the DFA as well as Passports of the legal guardian(s) (original and Xerox copy of the data page) or Proof of legal custody (for minors with parents whose marriage was dissolved/ annulled) or Death certificate of the other parent or Certificate for the single mother (or see birth certificate of the child if born out of wedlock) and Travel Permit, issued by the Philippine Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD); please contact the DSWD for further information. The according proof should be carried along and submitted to the border control.

*If the person(s) having care and custody of the child is resident abroad, a declaration of consent, given before the responsible German (honorary-) Consul must be submitted. If the person(s) having care and custody of the child live(s) in Germany, this declaration must be given before a German Notary public or the responsible aliens authority (Ausländerbehörde).

Personal appearance for interview

The processing time is 1 (one) week from date of interview and may also vary.

The embassy reserves the right to ask for additional documents for further verification.

Detailed itinerary (only itineraries with Greece as main destination and/or with the
longest stay will be processed)

Booking certificate (not the confirmed ticket)

Confirmed hotel reservations

Travel Health Insurance

Minimum coverage of 30.000 Euros ; Must be recognized in all Schengen States

Validity period of the insurance coverage must be for the duration of the visa
(example: A 90 days Schengen visa must have an insurance coverage of 90 days)

Photocopy of all original documents.

Confirmed appointment

Personal appearance for interview

NOTE:

Applicants with incomplete documents will not be considered eligible for interview

Average processing of visa is minimum of 3 to 5 working days. You will be notified through email once the result of your application is ready for release. Telephone inquiries of visa application result will not be accommodated.

Other documents not indicated may be required; - Passport of applicants may not be pulled out while the application is in process

Arrange all the documents as listed.

Visa Fee: 60 Euro per applicant must be paid as per embassy instruction after submission of the application

if employed, Employment certificate indicating your position, length of employment, approved leave and employer’s name and contact details. It must be on a company letterhead, bearing the stamp and signature of the company head or the person responsible for personnel department.

If self-employed, DTI/SEC registration certificate, and company bank statement.

If invited, please provide the following:

Invitation letter, and

Bio page copy of the passport of the inviter

NSO birth or marriage certificate as proof of relationship

If sponsored, please provide the following:

Sponsorship form (INZ1025),

notarized affidavit of support,

Copy of the passport bio page of the sponsor,

Proof of sufficient funds of the sponsor, and

Proof of employment of the sponsor.

Flight booking confirmation

Hotel booking confirmation

Processing Time: Minimum of 15 working days

Visa Fee: Gratis, if intended stay is less than 59 days
Php 5,800 per applicant, if intended stay is more than 59 daysVAC Fee: Php 500 per applicant MANAGER’S CHECK PAYABLE TO PIASIBank Fee: Php 50 per applicantCourier Fee: Php 500 per applicant/ or can be filed through authorized agentFar Travel Service Fee: Php 2240 per applicant

Note:

Embassy may require further documentation if it deems it is necessary.
To show proof that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay you need to have a minimum of:

NZ$1000 per person per month of the visit, or

NZ$400 per person per month if accommodation has already been paid for – the embassy require proof of prepayment, such as hotel prepaid vouchers.

Norway Visa Application Requirements

Please bring the original documents and provide the Embassy with clear photocopies. Do not staple the documents together.

One (1) visa application form, which must be completely and properly filled-out and signed by the applicant (write in block letters and use black or blue ink only).

Two (2) identical, clear and coloured passport-sized photos (With white background; Must be taken within the last six months; Please do not staple the photos on the form).

Valid passport (Must be valid at least 3 months from the end of the approved duration stay; Must contain at least 2 blank visa pages.)

Photocopy of valid passport as well as old passports (Inside front cover containing holder’s personal information and photo; Inside back cover containing Important reminders, signature and other passport information.)

Photocopy of all visas (valid and expired)

For spouses or children (below 21 years old) of Swiss / EU / EFTA nationals, the following must also be submitted: photocopy of the marriage contract (spouse), birth certificate (child), family book or any other document proving relationship, which must be issued by a Schengen / EU / EFTA member country. A copy of the family member's passport and/or ID card must also be provided. You are NO longer required to submit the documents enumerated below. In some cases, however, the Embassy still reserves the right to request for additional documentation.

If employed: certificate of employment with leave of absence from the local company or organisation showing position, date of hiring, salary as well as date of return to work.

If self-employed: proof of business (DTI/SEC registration, income tax return, financial statements)

If still studying: proof of enrolment, leave of absence from school (if travelling while classes are ongoing)

If travelling with spouse and/or children: marriage contract and birth certificate of the children

Proof of accommodation: booking confirmation / reservation containing the complete name and contact information of the hotel with hotel voucher

If applicable, valid visa(s) for the country(-ies) of destination after leaving the SCHENGEN territory based on the planned itinerary.

International travel insurance (May be purchased locally or in Switzerland; must have a coverage of at least EUR 30’000.-- / USD 50’000.-- / PHP 2.5M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent medical treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on medical grounds; with coverage including ALL Schengen member states). The validity period of the insurance coverage must be for the entire duration of the intended stay including entry and exit day of the Schengen area.

VISA PROCESSING AND ISSUANCE: Five (5) working days up to four (4) weeks after filing date.
*Fees are subject to change without prior notice.
*Processing time may vary.

Sweden Visa Application Requirements

Please bring the original documents and provide the Embassy with clear photocopies. Do not staple the documents together.

One (1) visa application form, which must be completely and properly filled-out and signed by the applicant (write in block letters and use black or blue ink only).

Two (2) identical, clear and coloured passport-sized photos (With white background; Must be taken within the last six months; Please do not staple the photos on the form).

Valid passport (Must be valid at least 3 months from the end of the approved duration stay; Must contain at least 2 blank visa pages.)

Photocopy of valid passport as well as old passports (Inside front cover containing holder’s personal information and photo; Inside back cover containing Important reminders, signature and other passport information.)

Photocopy of all visas (valid and expired)

For spouses or children (below 21 years old) of Swiss / EU / EFTA nationals, the following must also be submitted: photocopy of the marriage contract (spouse), birth certificate (child), family book or any other document proving relationship, which must be issued by a Schengen / EU / EFTA member country. A copy of the family member's passport and/or ID card must also be provided. You are NO longer required to submit the documents enumerated below. In some cases, however, the Embassy still reserves the right to request for additional documentation.

If employed: certificate of employment with leave of absence from the local company or organisation showing position, date of hiring, salary as well as date of return to work.

If self-employed: proof of business (DTI/SEC registration, income tax return, financial statements)

If still studying: proof of enrolment, leave of absence from school (if travelling while classes are ongoing)

If travelling with spouse and/or children: marriage contract and birth certificate of the children

Proof of accommodation: booking confirmation / reservation containing the complete name and contact information of the hotel with hotel voucher

If applicable, valid visa(s) for the country(-ies) of destination after leaving the SCHENGEN territory based on the planned itinerary.

International travel insurance (May be purchased locally or in Switzerland; must have a coverage of at least EUR 30'000.-- / USD 50'000.-- / PHP 2.5M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent medical treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on medical grounds; with coverage including ALL Schengen member states). The validity period of the insurance coverage must be for the entire duration of the intended stay including entry and exit day of the Schengen area.

VISA PROCESSING AND ISSUANCE: Five (5) working days up to four (4) weeks after filing date.

*Fees are subject to change without prior notice.
*Processing time may vary.

Switzerland Visa Application Requirements

Please bring the original documents and provide the Embassy with clear photocopies. Do not staple the documents together.

One (1) visa application form, which must be completely and properly filled-out and signed by the applicant (write in block letters and use black or blue ink only).

Two (2) identical, clear and coloured passport-sized photos (With white background; Must be taken within the last six months; Please do not staple the photos on the form).

Valid passport (Must be valid at least 3 months from the end of the approved duration stay; Must contain at least 2 blank visa pages.)

Photocopy of valid passport as well as old passports (Inside front cover containing holder’s personal information and photo; Inside back cover containing Important reminders, signature and other passport information.)

Photocopy of all visas (valid and expired)

For spouses or children (below 21 years old) of Swiss / EU / EFTA nationals, the following must also be submitted: photocopy of the marriage contract (spouse), birth certificate (child), family book or any other document proving relationship, which must be issued by a Schengen / EU / EFTA member country. A copy of the family member's passport and/or ID card must also be provided. You are NO longer required to submit the documents enumerated below. In some cases, however, the Embassy still reserves the right to request for additional documentation.

If employed: certificate of employment with leave of absence from the local company or organisation showing position, date of hiring, salary as well as date of return to work.

If self-employed: proof of business (DTI/SEC registration, income tax return, financial statements)

If still studying: proof of enrolment, leave of absence from school (if travelling while classes are ongoing)

If travelling with spouse and/or children: marriage contract and birth certificate of the children

Proof of accommodation: booking confirmation / reservation containing the complete name and contact information of the hotel with hotel voucher

If applicable, valid visa(s) for the country(-ies) of destination after leaving the SCHENGEN territory based on the planned itinerary.

International travel insurance (May be purchased locally or in Switzerland; must have a coverage of at least EUR 30'000.-- / USD 50'000.-- / PHP 2.5M to cover expenses for personal accident, urgent medical treatment, urgent admission in a hospital or urgent repatriation on medical grounds; with coverage including ALL Schengen member states). The validity period of the insurance coverage must be for the entire duration of the intended stay including entry and exit day of the Schengen area.

VISA PROCESSING AND ISSUANCE: Five (5) working days up to four (4) weeks after filing date.

*Fees are subject to change without prior notice.
*Processing time may vary.

If employed, employment and compensation certificate with approved leave, also stating your position, salary, your length of employment and with contact details of your company

If self-employed, Business permit, DTI/SEC registration

If student, proof of enrollment, school identification and Enrollment registration/ certificate with approved leave

If minor or unemployed and being sponsored, notarized affidavit of support, passport bio page, proof of relationship (NSO Birth and NSO Marriage certificate), and the proof of the financial and current circumstances of the sponsor/s (bank certificate, employment certificate of the sponsor/s).

If Invited, Invitation letter, copy of the bio page of the passport of inviter, employment certificate and bank certificate of the inviter.

Flight Booking itinerary

Hotel Booking itinerary

Land titles, official receipt and certificate of registration of the owned vehicles and other proof of ownership of your significant assets, if any.

You can avail an expedite process (3 working days after appearance), if you have previous travel to USA, any country of the schengen states, New Zealand, Canada, Australia or UK and you have not been refused by any of these countries.

Fees and requirements are subject to change without prior notice. Processing time may vary.

Processing Time: Minimum of 7 working days after the interviewVisa Fee: Php 7,040 per applicant, non-refundable, subject to change without prior notice

Additional documentation may be requested if further verification is needed.
Processing time may also vary.

We specialize in TOURIST VISAS. We do not assist in work or student permit applications. AAP Travel does not guarantee in any way, the approval of visa application nor the time at which the embassy will act on the visa application. All Visa and AAP Travel Service Fees are nonrefundable once visa is processed, regardless of result of application.

AAP Travel Service Fee includes the following services:

Lodging of appointment with the embassy (Service Fee includes Call Center Charges, if applicable)

If personal appearance is not required, filing of the visa application by our Liason Office on applicant's behalf